Paint by Numbers: Older Americans and Homelessness
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Every May, the Administration for Community Living-ACL (part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. This year’s theme is Powered by Connection, which highlights the importance meaningful relationships and social […]

People aged 50 or older are the fastest-growing group of people experiencing homelessness in America and their numbers are estimated to triple by 2030

  • @Kintarian
    7•2 months ago

    I think the numbers are higher. People like me are living in buses, vans and SUVs on public land such as forest service and BLM who never get counted.

    • @gibmiser
      3•2 months ago

      Every January there is a point in time census that trues to count all the homeless people in America in 1 day. It’s dumb, but it affects funding allocation so its important. I used to be the guy going out and finding the folks who were sleeping in tents in the woods. Crazy stuff.

      • @Kintarian
        1•2 months ago

        Interesting, so far no one has asked me. You’re free to come out the camp and have a beer if you want.